About the Role

Kickstart your Civil Engineering career with hands-on experience and study support!

Are you about to start your Civil Engineering degree and looking for a head start in the industry? Premise is offering a full-time Engineering Cadetship in our Townsville office – perfect for school leavers ready to dive into the world of land development and infrastructure design.

As a Cadet Civil Drafter, you’ll work alongside experienced engineers and designers on long-term, master planned community projects. From lot layouts to arterial roads, water services and utilities – you’ll be part of a team delivering full-service design solutions that shape the future of our communities.

What’s in it for you?

• Study Benefit: We’ll help cover part of your university fees while you study.
• Real Projects: Get hands-on experience in land development, civil infrastructure, and urban design.
• Mentorship: Learn from industry professionals and grow your technical skills.
• Career Pathway: Build a strong foundation for your future in civil engineering.
• Birthday Leave: An extra day off on your birthday every year
• Flexible work arrangements
• Annual $250 Wellbeing Subsidy to spend on healthy lifestyle initiatives

Key Responsibility

• Preparing sketch plans and design drawings using AutoCAD and other software.
• Supporting the design team with drafting and documentation.
• Collaborating on project delivery within timeframes and budgets.
• Learning and applying engineering standards and quality systems.

Required Experience

• Enrolled in a Civil Engineering degree (or planning to start).
• Strong interest in design and infrastructure.
• Some exposure to CAD software (AutoCAD or 12d Model) – not essential, but a bonus!
• Great communication, time management, and a willingness to learn.

Perks

• Be part of a collaborative team led by a General Manager who truly understands the business
• Supportive environment that values growth, innovation and community impact.
• An extra day of leave for your birthday each year!
• Study Assistance Program to help you achieve your career goals
• Flexible working arrangements
• Top up paid maternity and paternity leave
• Annual $250 wellbeing subsidy to use towards healthy lifestyle initiatives